Gerard Bhengu Gallery & Museum

Gerard Bhengu Gallery & Museum An art gallery to honour the memory of Bhengu as well as a Museum telling a storey of the Khuze & Bhaca people, indigenous to the region & the Trappists

Gerard Bhengu was born on 6 September 1910 in Centocow; he was the eldest of four and was raised in the Roman Catholic faith on this mission station. As a young man Bhengu suffered from tuberculosis and was treated in the medical clinic attached to the Centocow Mission. It was here that he was first encouraged to draw and paint by members of staff at Centocow, which finally resulted in further art

istic training at Edendale Teachers Training College. Gerard Bhengu had a long career spanning from 1937 to 1988 just two years before his death on 26 September 1990. Gerard Bhengu is now an internationally acclaimed artist and his artwork is represented in numerous public and private collections both locally and abroad. One of the remarkable features of Bhengu’s art is his portrayal of the lifestyle and customs of the Bhaca people around Centocow. As a result Bhengu’s art is also an important historical record of Bhaca culture. The museum celebrates the unique combination of African culture, missionary Christian faith and the art of Gerard Bhengu. This has been achieved by restoring the first church at Centocow to accommodate a remarkable collection of artworks by Bhengu as well as an interesting collection of early photographs taken by the pioneering Trappist Monks. Mission tourism is not fundamentally a religious product as much as it is an opportunity to showcase human endevour in the context of History, Architecture, Art and Culture.

10/03/2026

Discover the hidden gem of heritage tourism! 🌟 Gerard Bhengu Museum is a must-visit destination for anyone interested in cultural tourism, missionary history, and breathtaking views. Immerse yourself in the rich history and traditions of the Bhaca and Khuze people. Educational, inspiring, and full of strong cultural knowledge , don't miss out! 😊 "

Uhambo oluyingcwele kwase Kavelaer Mission - Donnybrook
13/08/2025

Uhambo oluyingcwele kwase Kavelaer Mission - Donnybrook

UMKHOSI WESIVIVANE 09/08/2025EMASHOBANI ROYAL PALACE UPHONGOLO: 9AMUmkhosi Wesivivane is celebrated in the month of Augu...
08/08/2025

UMKHOSI WESIVIVANE 09/08/2025
EMASHOBANI ROYAL PALACE UPHONGOLO: 9AM

Umkhosi Wesivivane is celebrated in the month of August every year to bring women together from various communities .This event presents a platform for empowering women to address social challenges such as Health issues ,Gender Based violence, Economic empowerment and many more.
It also serves as cultural event that strengthens social cohesion preserves heritage and promotes respect and unity for young women.

Gerard Bhengu Museum display room, all welcome 🖼️🎨🎭
06/08/2025

Gerard Bhengu Museum display room, all welcome 🖼️🎨🎭

The scenery looks amazing yoh but I can only imagine the cold.
08/07/2024

The scenery looks amazing yoh but I can only imagine the cold.

A wee dusting of snow on the escarpment explains why there's a chill in the air. The Giants Cup defines the skyline.

Apply on this fully funded scholarship...
04/08/2023

Apply on this fully funded scholarship...

. Don’t let this one pass you by! The South African Reserve Bank is offering an annual fully funded arts scholarship to qualifying visual artists for the 2024 academic year.

Visit https://tinyurl.com/2yjbss8m to apply now!

Oppotunies...
16/09/2022

Oppotunies...

REMINDER: Invitation to Visual Artists to become a Mentor!

Experienced visual artists are invited to work with entry and emerging artists appointed under the PESP3 Art Creating Programme as mentors, helping them to improve their art making skills and gain confidence for a period up to four (4) months.

Closing Date: Friday, 23 September 2022
Send application to [email protected] and [email protected]

Find out more and download application forms from the Art Bank of South Africa Website https://artbanksa.org/2022/08/30/invitation-to-visual-artists-to-become-a-mentor/


Art Bank of South Africa is a programme of the Department of Sport, Arts and Culture (DSAC), hosted by the National Museum Bloemfontein which is an agency of the DSAC.

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Centocow Mission
Creighton
3297

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Monday 08:00 - 16:00
Tuesday 08:00 - 16:00
Wednesday 08:00 - 16:00
Thursday 08:00 - 16:00
Friday 09:00 - 17:00

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